
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of Cleveland, OH from $600 (66 Rentals)
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Brookline Gardens

Delridge Colony Apartments

3407 Altamont Rd

Kensington Place Apartments

WJM Cedar Apartments

1462 Maple Rd

WJM Cedar Apartments

3132 Meadowbrook Blvd, Unit 3

3333 Desota Ave
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Essex-Morley and Barclay Apartments

1835 Lee Rd, Unit 3

1933 Lee Rd

3363 Warrensville Center Rd

1500 Garden Dr

Concord Apartments

Heights Garden Apartments

3207-3209 Meadowbrook Blvd

3309 Desota Ave

3310 Warrensville Center Rd
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13781 Cedar Rd, Unit 304

13797 Cedar Rd, Unit Apt 204

1483 Genesee Rd

1506 Garden Dr, Unit 1504 Garden Drive Lower

13518 Cedar Rd

3270 Warrensville Center Rd

3132 Meadowbrook Blvd

Uptown Shaker

Huntington Green Apartments

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2472 S Belvoir Blvd, Unit S Belvoir Studio Space
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3428 Superior Park Dr, Unit 3428SupPark2

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3153 Kensington Rd, Unit 1

13641 Cedar Rd

13645 Cedar Rd

13630 Cedar Rd

13108 Cedar Rd

13526 Cedar Rd

1462 Felton Rd

Smartland Lee-Yorkshire Apartments

Country Club Apartments
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Fairway-Marchmont Terrace

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Colton House Golf View

Fairmount Circle Living

Aristocrat Apartments

3228 E Fairfax Rd

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Oakwood Garden Apartments

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North Park Terrace Apartments
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University Heights, Cleveland, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights Studio Apartments | $1,529 | $710 | $1,673 |
| University Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,481 | $645 | $4,645 |
| University Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $975 | $4,577 |
| University Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,398 | $1,095 | $8,178 |
| University Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,143 | $1,450 | $7,872 |
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Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of Cleveland, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Masonic Towers Apartments priced from $795. Brookline Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Cleveland, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Towers Apartments | Artist loft-Studio | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Brookline Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Heights Garden Apartments | Heights Garden: 1 Bed 1 Bath - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Kensington Place Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Uptown Shaker Apartments | Spring Special April and May 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Almar Arms | 2 Bedroom 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| Concord Apartments | One Bedroom Junior | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
| Uptown Shaker | Spring Special April and May 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Huntington Green Apartments | Garden 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, OH
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $0.53 price per square foot Artist loft-Studio Model at Masonic Towers Apartments in the in the Coventry Village neighborhood starting from $795. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the Spring Special April and May 2026 Model at Uptown Shaker starting at $1,300 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Malvern neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Towers Apartments | Artist loft-Studio | 1BR,1BA | $0.53 |
| Uptown Shaker | Spring Special April and May 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Almar Arms | 2 Bedroom 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Uptown Shaker Apartments | Spring Special April and May 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Brookline Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 2472 S Belvoir Blvd, Unit S Belvoir Studio Space | 2472 S Belvoir Blvd | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
| Heights Garden Apartments | Heights Garden: 1 Bed 1 Bath - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Concord Apartments | One Bedroom Junior | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Huntington Green Apartments | Garden 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Kensington Place Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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Best Local Schools in University Heights, Cleveland, OH
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Heights is at The Marquee at Cedar Lee listed at $1,540.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $795 at Masonic Towers Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights is starting from $975 at Brookline Gardens.
What is the most affordable University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Uptown Shaker Apartments and starts from $1,700.
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